President Trump, in a move widely condemned by the international community, has announced that the United States will officially recognize Jerusalem as the capital of Israel. This decision has been met with a wave of disapproval from adversaries and allies across the globe. Trump has approved the move of the US embassy from Tel Aviv […]
Colin Mitchell
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So, it’s that time of year again, no not Christmas, unfortunately. I’m talking about the FFC’s vote to roll back net neutrality. The FCC (Federal Communications Commission) is an independent government agency that regulates interstate communications such as radio, TV, etc. This group has been trying to roll back […]
100 years ago, an event occurred that had a massive impact on the 20th century. I am referring to the February and October revolutions of 1917 which caused the rise of communism in Russia. We in the West tend to remember these events, as they had a profound impact […]
2017 was a weird year for pop culture and entertainment. There was some terrible content given to us, and we made the best of it. However, there were also some real gems among the garbage. Being the procrastinating aficionado that […]
Oh, Canada. The snow, the hockey, the wildlife, and the maple syrup. Everything about Canada is beautiful, but for some it can get confusing. Canadian stereotypes and mannerisms, it seems, have been stumping some of our international students at Acadia. We are […]
Have you ever opened Facebook or Instagram only to be bombarded with pictures, articles, and videos pertaining to the latest pop culture craze? Perhaps it made you laugh, perhaps it made you die inside. I’m willing to bet that there was […]
Steam covers the windows as the kitchen begins its daily cycle. The first pan of onions is caramelized and freshly baked bread puddings come out of the oven. Their fragrance is intoxicating, bringing a smile to Ross Patterson’s face as he […]
On this day, December 7th, 2017, we find ourselves on the eve of final exams, my friends. I don’t know how you’re feeling, but if you are like me and have been wondering if you’re going to pass your classes […]
Elections are a test to see if democracy works. This year, The Athenaeum has compiled the 10 most interesting elections of 2017 to remind ourselves of the importance of the democratic process. They are in descending order: Nova Scotia Provincial […]
Dear Acadia Student Leadership, We know Acadia students started this weekend with the imminent strike on their minds. Our professors have spoken to us in class, content about it is circulating on social media, and the ASU has been keeping […]
The last Days of Judas Iscariot is a hilarious, irreverent, brilliantly insightful examination of faith and the concept of betrayal. The historical Judas is placed on trial in Purgatory, with a motley group of witnesses including the other Apostles, Mother […]
The views expressed in this article are solely of the author alone and do not reflect the official position of The Athenaeum or the Acadia Students’ Union. Dear AUFA and the Board of Governors, Please do not strike. There remain […]
Every week, your elected student government meets on a Tuesday night to talk about issues concerning the ASU. Agenda items can seem long, mysterious and confusing without the proper background, making it difficult to see how these issues affect students. […]
Some of you may not know this, but the Al Whittle Theatre is hosting a smartphone film festival. You heard me. A smartphone film festival. Meaning, you don’t need any experience or fancy equipment to participate. You just need a […]
Corn nuts come in waves Some may call it a phase Chilli lime flavour Got me off my best behaviour Bag full to empty real quick Can’t remember when I looked like a stick Sometimes I’ll go 90 days corn […]